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Can you use Panthenol with Vitamin C?

Great combo

Yes, and they work even better together.

Panthenol cushions Vitamin C: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Vitamin C first, then Panthenol, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    Vitamin C10% – 20%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Panthenol1% – 5%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning

What Panthenol does

Pro-vitamin B5. It draws in moisture, calms redness and speeds up barrier repair. It shows up in "recovery" creams for good reason.

Typical strength
1% – 5%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Sensitive, Dry, Normal, Combination And Oily skin

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What Vitamin C does

A powerful antioxidant that brightens dull skin, fades dark spots and boosts your sunscreen's protection against free radicals. Pure L-ascorbic acid works best at a low pH and oxidises (turns orange) quickly.

Typical strength
10% – 20%
When
AM
Irritation
Best for
Normal, Oily, Combination And Dry skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Panthenol and Vitamin C together?

Yes, and they work even better together. Panthenol cushions Vitamin C: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.

Which goes first, Panthenol or Vitamin C?

Apply Vitamin C first, then Panthenol. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use Panthenol in the morning or at night?

Panthenol: works morning or night. Use daily. It is especially useful after over-exfoliation or sunburn.

Should I use Vitamin C in the morning or at night?

Vitamin C: best in the morning. Apply in the morning on clean skin before moisturiser and sunscreen. Store it away from light and heat, and throw it out once it turns dark orange.

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